Mug Root Beer (20 oz bottle)
How we scored it
This soda contains high fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors, and several preservatives, which are significant negative factors. The high level of processing and presence of multiple harmful ingredients heavily impact its healthiness.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 bottle (20 fl oz) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 | |
| Total fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 105mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 71g | 26% |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 71g | |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
Marco's Pizza's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUPVery Bad
High fructose corn syrup is a sweetener that can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess, such as weight gain and metabolic concerns.
See more about HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP →CARAMELBad
Caramel coloring is used for appearance but may contain compounds linked to health concerns when consumed frequently.
See more about CARAMEL →SODIUM BENZOATEBad
Sodium benzoate is a preservative that helps prevent spoilage but has been associated with potential health risks when consumed regularly.
See more about SODIUM BENZOATE →NATURAL and ARTIFICIAL FLAVORSBad
These flavors are added to enhance taste but often contain synthetic ingredients that may be of concern for some consumers.
See more about NATURAL and ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS →MODIFIED FOOD STARCHBad
Modified food starch is used as a thickener or stabilizer, but it is a processed ingredient that may have additives or undergo chemical changes.
See more about MODIFIED FOOD STARCH →CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTABad
Calcium disodium EDTA is a preservative that prevents metal contamination but is a synthetic additive with potential health concerns when consumed frequently.
See more about CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA →CITRIC ACIDGood
Citric acid is a natural compound found in citrus fruits that adds tartness and acts as a preservative, generally considered safe and beneficial.
See more about CITRIC ACID →QUILLAIA EXTRACTGood
Quillaia extract is a natural ingredient derived from soap bark, often used for foaming and flavor enhancement, and is generally considered safe.
Scout's score is an independent read of Marco's Pizza's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Marco's Pizza menu.